East Gippsland Shire Libraries
We operate six libraries across East Gippsland offering books, online resources, free computer and WiFi access, training, activities and more. An online catalogue, improved digital services and self-scanners at two branches makes it easier to browse and borrow, from home, work or on the go.
Bairnsdale - Finding Your Way In Aged Care
Friday 29 August 2025
Come along to this information-filled session!
This FREE information session will aim to demystify aged care services and share practical tips to assist community navigate the aged care system with confidence.
The session will provide an overview on how to get an aged care assessment, the difference between Commonwealth Home Support Programme, Home Care Packages and information about other aged care services.
Come along and find out what is available to support you, a family member or friend to remain living longer independently at home.
Bairnsdale Library
Bairnsdale - September Monthly Movie
Between Monday 1 September 2025 and Thursday 11 September 2025
Join us for our monthly movie screening of a variety of movies.
Please contact the library directly for film information.
Bairnsdale Library
Omeo - September Monthly Movie
Tuesday 2 September 2025
Join us for our monthly movie screening of a variety of movies.
Please contact the library directly for film information.
Omeo Service Centre
Mindful Moments - Art Workshop for Parents and Carers (CANCELLED)
Between Wednesday 20 August 2025 and Wednesday 3 September 2025
Discover the calming power of art through our Mindfulness Art Workshop for Parents & Carers.
This session will focus on creating mindfulness art using simple materials like paper and pens/markers that you can easily find at home.
Mindful art is a great way to calm the mind and enhance mental wellbeing. Take a break from your daily routine and join us to create something beautiful while also nurturing your mental well-being.
Guided activities with easy-to-follow instructions. No experience needed – all skill levels welcome. Materials provided.
*HACC PYP supports Victorians from birth to 65 years to actively participate in their community.
Bairnsdale Library
Libraries After Dark Movie Screenings
Between Thursday 21 August 2025 and Thursday 25 September 2025
Join us for a Libraries After Dark screening of a variety of movies.
Please contact the library directly for film information.
Bairnsdale Library
Orbost - September Monthly Movie
Tuesday 9 September 2025
Join us for our monthly movie screening of a variety of movies.
Please contact the library directly for film information.
Orbost Service Centre
Omeo - Stephen Whiteside Author Event
Wednesday 10 September 2025
Join us for a talk with author, Stephen Whiteside!
Stephen Whiteside interviewed Pearl Bradshaw in 1987as part of his research for ‘Snow, Fire and Gold - the story of Bill Spargo and Evelyn Piper’s life in the Australian Mountains’, his previous book.
With her husband, Jim (who died in 1981), Pearl had managed the Hotham Heights Chalet at Mt. Hotham from 1937-1945, a total of 9 consecutive winters. This period included the 1939 bushfire, which burnt almost two million hectares of the state of Victoria and cost 71 lives, as well as the Second World War.
Reflecting on the interview afterwards, Stephen realised that Pearl’s own life had been fascinating, and returned to interview her a second time later in the year.
This is Pearl’s Story.
Omeo Service Centre
Bairnsdale - Stephen Whiteside Author Event
Wednesday 10 September 2025
Join us for a talk with author, Stephen Whiteside!
Stephen Whiteside interviewed Pearl Bradshaw in 1987as part of his research for ‘Snow, Fire and Gold - the story of Bill Spargo and Evelyn Piper’s life in the Australian Mountains’, his previous book.
With her husband, Jim (who died in 1981), Pearl had managed the Hotham Heights Chalet at Mt. Hotham from 1937-1945, a total of 9 consecutive winters. This period included the 1939 bushfire, which burnt almost two million hectares of the state of Victoria and cost 71 lives, as well as the Second World War.
Reflecting on the interview afterwards, Stephen realised that Pearl’s own life had been fascinating, and returned to interview her a second time later in the year.
This is Pearl’s Story.
Bairnsdale Library
Bairnsdale - Chair Yoga
Monday 15 September 2025
Are you interested in learning a new way to relax and maintain fitness?
Chair yoga is gentle and supports the body to move into postures while sitting in a chair. There are various yoga techniques that can be integrated with chair yoga that supports older adults to develop and maintain muscle strength.
Researchers have found that chair-based exercise improves upper and lower body.
Want to feel good, have a laugh and have a good stretch? Come and try chair yoga with International Yoga Teacher Rhonda James.
Bairnsdale Library
Lakes Entrance - September Monthly Movie
Thursday 18 September 2025
Join us for our monthly movie screening of a variety of movies.
Please contact the library directly for film information.
Lakes Entrance Service Centre
Paynesville - September Monthly Movie
Friday 19 September 2025
Join us for our monthly movie screening of a variety of movies.
Please contact the library directly for film information.
Paynesville Service Centre
Mallacoota - September Monthly Movie
Friday 19 September 2025
Join us for our monthly movie screening of a variety of movies.
Please contact the library directly for film information.
Mallacoota Service Centre
Lakes Entrance - One-on-One Tech Help
Thursday 28 August 2025
Book a One-On-One tech help session!
Book a 30 minute one-on-one session, where we’ll work together to set tech goals and help you achieve them.
Support is available for using devices, applications, social media and browsers.
We don’t cover issues related to security, repairs, or purchase recommendations.
Please note, we cannot assist with online banking-related problems for privacy reasons.
Lakes Entrance Service Centre
Bairnsdale - August Monthly Movie
Between Monday 4 August 2025 and Thursday 28 August 2025
Join us for our monthly movie screening of a variety of movies.
Please contact the library directly for film information.
Bairnsdale Library
Bairnsdale - One-on-One Tech Help
Between Monday 18 August 2025 and Thursday 28 August 2025
Book a One-On-One tech help session!
Book a 30 minute one-on-one session, where we’ll work together to set tech goals and help you achieve them.
Support is available for using devices, applications, social media and browsers.
We don’t cover issues related to security, repairs, or purchase recommendations.
Please note, we cannot assist with online banking-related problems for privacy reasons.
Bairnsdale Library
Mallacoota - One-on-One Tech Help
Wednesday 27 August 2025
Book a One-On-One tech help session!
Book a 30 minute one-on-one session, where we’ll work together to set tech goals and help you achieve them.
Support is available for using devices, applications, social media and browsers.
We don’t cover issues related to security, repairs, or purchase recommendations.
Please note, we cannot assist with online banking-related problems for privacy reasons.
Mallacoota Service Centre
Bairnsdale - Book Week Activity, Dress Up and Presentation
Saturday 23 August 2025
Celebrate CBCA Book Week at the library!
2025 marks 80 years of the Children’s Book Council of Australia (CBCA) making this Book Week a celebration!
Come celebrate with us at the library and get dressed up as your favourite book character to enter our dress up competition!
Get creative and paint your own piggy bank to save for your next adventure!
We will also be awarding the winners of our Write a Story/Draw a Picture competition.
Bairnsdale Library
Mallacoota - August Monthly Movie
Friday 22 August 2025
Join us for our monthly movie screening of a variety of movies.
Please contact the library directly for film information.
Mallacoota Service Centre
Paynesville - Intro to Email - Tech Savvy
Thursday 21 August 2025
Join us for our Introduction to Email workshop!
This workshop covers the basic skills you need in order to understand how to help keep in touch with your friends and family via email.
This session is aimed at those who already have a basic understanding of the internet.
It is recommended to bring your own device.
Paynesville Service Centre
Lakes Entrance - August Monthly Movie
Thursday 21 August 2025
Join us for our monthly movie screening of a variety of movies.
Please contact the library directly for film information.
Lakes Entrance Service Centre
Orbost - One-on-One Tech Help
Between Thursday 14 August 2025 and Thursday 21 August 2025
Book a One-On-One tech help session!
Book a 30 minute one-on-one session, where we’ll work together to set tech goals and help you achieve them.
Support is available for using devices, applications, social media and browsers.
We don’t cover issues related to security, repairs, or purchase recommendations.
Please note, we cannot assist with online banking-related problems for privacy reasons.
Orbost Service Centre
Paynesville - My Gov & Health Record - Tech Savvy
Thursday 21 August 2025
Learn more about My Gov and My Health Services!
This session will delve into the use of My Gov and My Health Record.
We will show you the basics of the My Gov website and what you can use it for, while also exploring some of the services offered, such as My Health Record.
This session is aimed at those who already have a basic understanding of the internet.
Paynesville Service Centre
Omeo - One-on-One Tech Help
Monday 18 August 2025
Book a One-On-One tech help session!
Book a 30 minute one-on-one session, where we’ll work together to set tech goals and help you achieve them.
Support is available for using devices, applications, social media and browsers.
We don’t cover issues related to security, repairs, or purchase recommendations.
Please note, we cannot assist with online banking-related problems for privacy reasons.
Omeo Service Centre
Mallacoota - Science Week After School Activity
Friday 15 August 2025
Head into your local library to celebrate National Science Week!
Get ready for an out of this world celebration for National Science Week with an after school space-themed activity session!
Learn some awesome solar system facts, complete some space themed activity sheets and even create your own galaxy in a jar to take home!
Whether you're a budding astronaut or just curious about the cosmos, this is your chance to explore the wonders of space in a fun and creative way.
Mallacoota Service Centre
Omeo - Science Week After School Activity
Friday 15 August 2025
Head into your local library to celebrate National Science Week!
Get ready for an out of this world celebration for National Science Week with an after school space-themed activity session!
Learn some awesome solar system facts, complete some space themed activity sheets and even create your own galaxy in a jar to take home!
Whether you're a budding astronaut or just curious about the cosmos, this is your chance to explore the wonders of space in a fun and creative way.
Omeo Service Centre
Paynesville - August Monthly Movie
Friday 15 August 2025
Join us for our monthly movie screening of a variety of movies.
Please contact the library directly for film information.
Paynesville Service Centre
Bairnsdale - Growing Organic Blueberries Talk
Friday 15 August 2025
Join us for a talk with Mal Deveson, blueberry expert!
Mal Deveson started Moondarra Blueberries in 1980, located in the hills north of the La Trobe Valley. Since 1991, the farm has been certified organic and is known for producing fresh and frozen blueberries, as well as blueberry plants for home gardeners and growers.
With over 40 years of experience, Mal has a deep understanding of what it takes to grow healthy, productive blueberry plants. In this talk, held in partnership with the Organic Agriculture Organisation, Mal will share practical tips on how to grow and prune blueberries successfully. Whether you're new to growing or looking to improve your harvest, this session will offer valuable advice from one of the region’s most experienced organic farmers.
Bairnsdale Library
Paynesville - Science Week After School Activity
Thursday 14 August 2025
Head into your local library to celebrate National Science Week!
Get ready for an out of this world celebration for National Science Week with an after school space-themed activity session!
Learn some awesome solar system facts, complete some space themed activity sheets and even create your own galaxy in a jar to take home!
Whether you're a budding astronaut or just curious about the cosmos, this is your chance to explore the wonders of space in a fun and creative way.
Paynesville Service Centre
Orbost - Science Week After School Activity
Wednesday 13 August 2025
Head into your local library to celebrate National Science Week!
Get ready for an out of this world celebration for National Science Week with an after school space-themed activity session!
Learn some awesome solar system facts, complete some space themed activity sheets and even create your own galaxy in a jar to take home!
Whether you're a budding astronaut or just curious about the cosmos, this is your chance to explore the wonders of space in a fun and creative way.
Orbost Service Centre
Lakes Entrance - Science Week After School Activity
Tuesday 12 August 2025
Head into your local library to celebrate National Science Week!
Get ready for an out of this world celebration for National Science Week with an after school space-themed activity session!
Learn some awesome solar system facts, complete some space themed activity sheets and even create your own galaxy in a jar to take home!
Whether you're a budding astronaut or just curious about the cosmos, this is your chance to explore the wonders of space in a fun and creative way.
Lakes Entrance Service Centre
Orbost - August Monthly Movie
Tuesday 12 August 2025
Join us for our monthly movie screening of a variety of movies.
Please contact the library directly for film information.
Orbost Service Centre
Bairnsdale - Science Week After School Activity
Monday 11 August 2025
Head into your local library to celebrate National Science Week!
Get ready for an out of this world celebration for National Science Week with an after school space-themed activity session!
Learn some awesome solar system facts, complete some space themed activity sheets and even create your own galaxy in a jar to take home!
Whether you're a budding astronaut or just curious about the cosmos, this is your chance to explore the wonders of space in a fun and creative way.
Bairnsdale Library
Omeo - August Monthly Movie
Tuesday 5 August 2025
Join us for our monthly movie screening of a variety of movies.
Please contact the library directly for film information.
Omeo Service Centre
Lakes Entrance - LEGO Mindstorms 4-Week Program
Monday 4 August 2025
Want to build and program a working robot model?
Children will work in groups of three to build and program a LEGO Mindstorms EV3 robot to complete fun challenges.
Learn and practice simple coding skills over four weeks and watch your robot follow your every command.
Participants must commit to all four weeks when booking.
Lakes Entrance Service Centre
Mallacoota - July Monthly Movie
Friday 25 July 2025
Join us for our monthly movie screening of a variety of movies.
Please contact the library directly for film information.
Mallacoota Service Centre
Lakes Entrance - July Monthly Movie
Thursday 24 July 2025
Join us for our monthly movie screening of a variety of movies.
Please contact the library directly for film information.
Lakes Entrance Service Centre
Mallacoota - Using Library Resources - Tech Savvy
Wednesday 23 July 2025
Join us for our Library Resources workshop!
Interested in learning more about technology? Want to understand how the Library website works?
Be Connected is an excellent resource for anyone looking to expand their knowledge and gain confidence when it comes to using technology. With free courses on just about any subject, this workshop will take you through what the website has to offer.
We will also show you some of the free Library resources available on our own website as well as how to use our online catalogue!
Mallacoota Service Centre
Bairnsdale - Podcasts and Streaming Online - Tech Savvy
Monday 21 July 2025
Learn more about Podcasts and Online Streaming Services!
Interested in podcasts and streaming services? Wondering what they are and how they work? Then this workshop is for you!
Learn how podcasts and streaming services work, where to find them and what apps work best when listening to podcasts and watching movies or tv shows. Even gain a few tips on how to start your own podcast!
Bairnsdale Library
Omeo - Using Library Resources - Tech Savvy
Monday 21 July 2025
Join us for our Library Resources workshop!
Interested in learning more about technology? Want to understand how the Library website works?
Be Connected is an excellent resource for anyone looking to expand their knowledge and gain confidence when it comes to using technology. With free courses on just about any subject, this workshop will take you through what the website has to offer.
We will also show you some of the free Library resources available on our own website as well as how to use our online catalogue!
Omeo Service Centre
Orbost - July School Holiday Craft Activity
Friday 18 July 2025
This activity is designed for children aged 5-12.
Head into your local library for some school holiday fun!
Come ready to listen to stories, play games, win prizes and weave your own owl and create a foam animal mosaic!
Orbost Service Centre
Paynesville - July Monthly Movie
Friday 18 July 2025
Join us for our monthly movie screening of a variety of movies.
Please contact the library directly for film information.
Paynesville Service Centre